Summary
This is the inspiring true story of one big, fierce mama kiwi, two caring communities, three conscientious kiwi dads, over 60 thriving chicks, and a wild population restored after a 150-year gap! Written and illustrated for kids by award-winning author Ruth Paul, this visionary conservation project literally took place in her own back yard.
This is a true story about an endangered kiwi who has become famous around the world for her incredible success in producing more than 60 chicks!<…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781776957378 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1776957377 |
| Author: | Ruth Paul |
| Publisher: | Penguin Group (NZ) |
| Imprint: | Picture Puffin |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 32 |
| Release Date: | 29 April 2025 |
| Weight: | 198g |
| Dimensions: | 283mm x 240mm x 5mm |
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About The Author
Ruth Paul
Ruth Paul is a children’s author and illustrator who lives in an off-grid, straw-bale house on a farm just outside Wellington, New Zealand.
In 2019 she was awarded the Arts Foundation Mallinson Rendel Laureate Award, and in 2023 she was University of Otago College of Education Creative New Zealand Children’s Writer in Residence Fellow.
Ruth started writing and illustrating her own picture books in 2004, and has created over 20 titles. Her awards and accolades include:
- The King’s Bubbles: Won the NZ Post Children’s Choice picture book award in 2008.
- Stomp: Was a finalist in the NZ Post Book Awards 2012.
- Hatch and Match: Was shortlisted for Best Picture Book in the NZBACYA 2024.
- Bad Dog Flash: Was selected for the US Kid’s Indie Next List in 2014.
- I Am Jellyfish: Won Best Picture Book at the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults in 2018. (Features a glow-in-the-dark cover).
- Lion Guards the Cake: Won Best Picture Book at the New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults in 2022.
Ruth’s books have been sold internationally, including in Australia, the USA, Canada, the UK, China, and Korea, and have been translated into five languages. She lives and works in Mākara, where she can now hear kiwi calling regularly.
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